Introduction to Sport and Fitness Sector, Level 1 Level 1, Full Time, 1 year 1

Summary

Combining practical activity with classroom work, this is for those interested in working in sport, fitness or outdoor activity industries.

Britain’s sport’s industry is hitting top form. In the past five years it has become a £20 billion industry in the UK and experts believe it will continue to grow long after the legacy of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

This qualification will give you an ideal introduction to the sports industry as well as developing essential skills required for employment or progression to further qualifications and training.

Your team work and communication skills will be developed through course activities, both of which are key skills future employers look for. You will have the opportunity to participate in team sports as part of the programme and CCN Active both on site at College and at Eaton Vale for more outdoor adventure activities. As a guide, your course will be split to 40% practical sports activity with 60% classroom based work.

You will hear from industry professional who will offer you real-life interview practice to help prepare you for your next step.

The course is made up of units which may include:

• Planning your own fitness programmes
• How the body works
• Taking part in exercise and fitness
• Managing your health at work
• Individual rights and responsibilities
• Managing social relationships
• Healthy living
• Healthy eating
• Making most of leisure time
• Preparation for work
• Managing own money